- Engage students with disabilities to assess and determine the most appropriate and effective assistive technology to fully participate in the university's programs.
- Provide individualized training to ensure effective use of assistive or adaptive technology as needed.
- Document interactions with and assessments of students in departmental database.
- Manage a comprehensive software and hardware equipment inventory. Install and maintain assistive technologies for the department and designated campus partners.
- Assess assistive technology needs and make projections for budget allocations.
- Coordinate and manage technology needs of the department.
- Research and recommend emerging technologies to ensure equitable access and enhanced learning experiences for students with disabilities.
- Manage and coordinate the entire accessible media request and delivery process.
- Engage students in an interactive process to determine the most appropriate and effective accessible media format.
- Collaborate with publishers, third-party vendors, and campus partners to fulfill requests for instructional materials in an accessible format.
- Obtain and convert appropriate instructional material into accessible format, ensuring timely delivery of requested media.
- Caption or transcribe audio-visual materials.
- Research and evaluate new technologies to maintain the highest level of production and accessibility for students.
- Provide individualized training to students to ensure effective use of accessible media compatible with available technologies.
- Serve as subject matter expert in accessible media and digital technology for Student Disability Services.
- Serve as subject expert in assistive technology and accessible media for the campus community.
- Provide instruction to faculty, staff, and students through training sessions or workshops, online modules, video demonstrations, and more.
- Work with other departments to promote an inclusive and accessible educational environment for all.
- Assist with developing and revising policies, procedures, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Recruit, hire, train, and manage student and temporary staff, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and standardized service delivery.
- Collect statistics to report semester and annual data for the department;
- Conduct a purposeful and intentional assessment of assistive technology and accessible media services and propose an implementation plan for improved and enhanced service delivery.
- Knowledge of document conversion software; Strong computer skills;
- Ability to manage people and priorities effectively and efficiently;
- Ability to develop and present training materials about technology and accessible media;
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with constituents;
- Ability to maintain and present accurate records, reports, and statistical data;
- Ability to research, propose, and implement new technologies and procedures;
- Ability to accurately caption audio-visual materials;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with FERPA. Basic understanding of civil rights laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, Sections 504 & 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other applicable laws.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of assistive technologies including, CCTV, Adaptive Devices, Braille Equipment, JAWS, Kurzweil, ZoomText, AbbyFineReader, etc. Knowledge of and,
- ability to apply WCAG 2.2 standards. Demonstrated and advanced computer skills.
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Assistive Technology Specialist - Knoxville, United States - University of Tennessee
Description
Position AnnouncementAssistive Technology Specialist
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services within the Division of Student Life invites applications for the position of Assistive Technology Specialist. This is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff position.
The mission of Student Disability Services (SDS) is to partner with the campus community in creating equitable access to eligible students while promoting disability-inclusive diversity.
The Position: Reporting to the Director of Student Disability Services, the Assistive Technology Specialist assesses, recommends, and provides assistive technology solutions for students with disabilities. The position is also responsible for securing and producing instructional materials in an accessible format, managing departmental technology, overseeing the software licenses and equipment distribution, and serving as a resource to other departments.
Responsibilities:
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY:
ACCESSIBLE MEDIA
TRAINING:
SUPERVISION
ASSESSMENT:
The University and Region: UTK is the state's flagship, land-grant university. We are a Research 1 university, housing 14 colleges and 900+ programs of study. With an enrollment of 36,000 students, our undergraduate and graduate programs are repeatedly ranked among top national programs. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of outdoor and cultural activities. UTK is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains; and a day's drive to Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C. Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a statistical area population of over 850,000 people. The Knoxville region houses many leading corporations, including Bush Brothers & Company, Discovery Inc., Tennessee Valley Authority, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Qualifications:
What We Require
Education:
This position requires a bachelor's degree
Experience:
Two (2) years of relevant professional experience (Master's degree may substitute for years of experience)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
Master's degree
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience working with students with disabilities in a higher education setting. Assistive technology certification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
This position is classified as a Market Range 07. The salary is commensurate with experience and other qualifications and is accompanied by a standard university benefits package.
Application Process: A review of all applications will begin immediately and will continue until May 20, 2023. For full consideration, applicants must electronically submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references' names, addresses, and phone numbers. All materials for the position should be submitted through the University of Tennessee Human Resources application system. Questions regarding the search may be directed to the search committee chair Leigh Mosley at
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